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Guidance

Code of Practice on obtaining information to support fraud investigations in the welfare system (draft)

Code of Practice on obtaining information from listed organisations to help tackle fraud in the benefit system.

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Details

This is version four of the Code of Practice (“Code”). A previous version was issued and laid before Parliament on 21 July 2016.

This Code is intended for:

  • DWP Authorised Officers responsible for requesting information under these powers

  • Information Providers required to provide information under these powers

Updates to this page

Published 14 May 2026

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2026-05-14 10:25
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